From our experience of more than twenty-five years we have highlighted a small number of cases here.
Our work with school leadership teams is highlighted here, along with two cases where we worked with coaching clients one to one to bring about profound changes in their lives. You can view more inspirational stories in our journal.
You’ve changed my life
Northampton
From a profiling and feedback session Louise had a powerful reawakening which set her career on a new course.
Developing leadership skills in a large community school
North of England
A new centre for children with ASD and similar difficulties was created at a large community school in the North of England.
Coaching that created a new entrepreneur
Sheffield
Career coaching/mentoring for Rachel to allow her to find her path after study
Colonel Lucy Giles, first female College Commander, SandhurstHaving been the beneficiary of mentoring myself, and as a practitioner on the mentoring programme, I know first hand the benefits of collaborating with other sectors. Ian and Hilary Wigston expose us to an external perspective in leadership development, highlighting the organisational advantage gained through diversity of thought.
David Laws, Schools Minister 2012-2015Thought provoking and based on a wealth of personal experience. Great insights on raising our sights for professional development in the world of education.
Trudy Hall, formerly Principal Emma Willard SchoolIan Wigston artfully and provocatively blends the right questions with a gentle yet productive prod. He has that rare ability to adjust his style as needed, no cookie cutter strategies, no formulaic protocol. Each session is what you need it be; your energy drives; his energy offers a roadmap through uncertain terrain.
Julie Taylor, CEO Thomas Deacon Education TrustI was attracted to your work initially because of the EQ measure. I felt it had a credibility as a model for beginning to understand why some people were more effective as leaders when you stripped away all the common skills and qualifications.